Publication Type : Journal Article
Thematic Areas : Medical Sciences
Publisher : Kerala Heart Journal
Source : Kerala Heart Journal (2016)
Campus : Kochi
School : School of Medicine
Department : C. V. T. S, Obstetrics and Gynaecologic Nursing
Verified : Yes
Year : 2016
Abstract : Effective anticoagulation is critical in patients with prosthetic heart valve [PHV], but remains challenging in pregnancy because both oral anticoagulation and heparin are associated with important fetal and maternal risks. Methods Herein we reported a case of 23-year-old pregnant woman presented with PHV thrombosis during late second trimester and complicated by Immune mediated thrombocytopenia. Results She underwent Redo MVR [25mm CE Perimount Plus Pericardial Bioprosthetic valve] + LSCS. Peri operatively she was managed with Platelet transfusions/ Immunoglobulins/ Steroid pulse therapy and recovered well.
Cite this Research Publication : Dr. Praveen Varma, Agarwal, G., and Jose, R., “PHV thrombosis in pregnancy”, Kerala Heart Journal, 2016.
